Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Thai in Lismore and is possible to go light in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have 4 key possibilities for learning Thai interactively in Lismore. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, read about centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are better priced.) Your other resource can be local private language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, international learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can find a private Thai tutor in Lismore. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Lismore and online Thai tutors.
🎟 How expensive is it to learn Thai and what do Thai tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Thai course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for about 50 course hours each semester. Language academies and individual Thai tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Thai tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 18 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, experience and student demand. Average student satisfaction for Thai lessons on Preply is 4.98 out of 5 stars.
📚 How much Thai do I need to know to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared prove your profeciency level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and tests, so research those in advance. With personal Thai tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.
🔥 Why is Thai so difficult and are there ways to learn it more effectively?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Thai. In reality, you can gain basic Thai fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand many words, be understood when you talk, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and fun way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Thai. After attaining basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Thai tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Thai?
Some people seem to have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Thai will necessitate at least 600 hours of study. The required duration of time can differ quite a bit depending on your available level of Thai or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, try typing using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Thai out loud. If this is not easy you can also take conversational Thai classes online.
🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Thai teacher?
In learning centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of verified Thai tutors with detailed profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?
Colleges structure classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools usually make available shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.